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TokyoCity LightsWorld premiere
Chaplin: City Lights
Alastair Marriott; National Ballet of Japan; Timothy Brock; Misato Tomita; Dick Bird
TokyoThe Nutcracker
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker
Lev Ivanov; Will Tuckett; National Ballet of Japan; Misato Tomita; TBC; Colin Richmond
TokyoKenneth MacMillan's Romeo and Juliet
Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet
Sir Kenneth MacMillan; National Ballet of Japan; Martin Yates; Misato Tomita; Nicholas Georgiadis
TokyoDon Quixote
Minkus: Don Quixote
Marius Petipa; Alexander Gorsky; National Ballet of Japan; Alexei Baklan; Misato Tomita; Alexei Fadeyechev; Vyacheslav Okunev
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National Ballet of Japan’s Raymonda is a feast of excellent dancing
National Ballet of Japan’s Raymonda is a gem in the repertoire, despite shortcomings in the plot. Lavish production designs, stunning classical choreography and excellent dancers makes this a ballet lover's heaven.
NBJ's Ballet Coffret is a feast of modern classics
National Ballet of Japan's Ballet Coffret showcased the versatility of the company with modern classical works including Dawson's A Million Kisses to my Skin, van Manen's 5 Tangos and Balanchine's Theme and Variations.
Will Tuckett's Nutcracker for National Ballet of Japan is delightful
National Ballet of Japan premiered production of Nutcracker choreographed by Will Tuckett, that features a stylish and dramatic Act 1 and a hilarious, colourful and unique Act 2.
National Ballet of Japan revives Ashton's beloved Cinderella
The National Ballet of Japan gave an excellent rendition of Sir Frederick Ashton's Cinderella, in spite of many new faces and role debuts.
Wheeldon's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland dazzles again in Tokyo
Christopher Wheeldon’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland returned to the National Ballet of Japan, a marvelous production that amply displays the many talents of the company.
National Ballet of Japan's revival of Giselle: a dramatic return
National Ballet of Japan has revived their production of Giselle, ahead of their tour to the Royal Opera House in London, replicating the triumphant success it had in 2022.